Nav + HD radio

[QIKRNU]

Looking for info about above for my B6. All info appreciated. Thanks.

[JS4Avant]

Consider going aftermarket?


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[QIKRNU]

Quite possibly.

[QIKRNU]

Looking at Pioneer AVIC-6200NEX. Anyone have any experience/thoughts?

[arrogntbastrd06]

If you have an Android or iPhone go with the 4200NEX instead. You will save a few hundred bucks, and have the option for Android Auto.

The internal navi in the Pioneer is average at best, and updates aren't sufficient enough, so there is no real benefit moving from the 4200nex to the 6200.

I Just slapped a 4200NEX in my Subaru. Thing is freaking sweet. Takes about 30 seconds to boot up, and the Bluetooth and Pandora inputs like to fight each other for which one gets to play Pandora from my phone but other than those two minor issues the thing is flawless.

I've got USB 1 and USB 2 tied to extensions, and have used Android Auto and Apply CarPlay with great success.

I prefer Android auto on my LG G5 (Android 6.0.1) because Google maps is simulated onto the screen, It's like always having the latest most up to date map on your screen. Messaging and calls all work like a charm as well. Google will read texts out loud and you can talk to text back. Freaking awesome.

Apple Auto works really well for calls, messaging, Siri searches and iMaps as well. I'm just not a big fan of iMaps in comparison to Google Maps because iMaps functionality is limited in comparison. It does work well when needed however.

I would go with the 4200NEX over the 6200NEX. I got mine installed at Best Buy with steering wheel controls and usb extension cables for about $780 USD after tax. This included 2 year complete waranty for hardware and install. Love the fact that I didn't have to install it myself

[QIKRNU]

Being the Luddite that I am, I have a flip phone with texting turned off, and the 4200NEX doesn't have HD radio. Other than that, you make good points.

[arrogntbastrd06]

Haha I understand. However you are incorrect, the 4200NEX does have HD radio. I use it every day with thorough enjoyment.

But yes, if you don't have navi on your phone and don't plan on upgrading your phone, then the 6200 is a great pick.

Give Best Buy a shot, they will price match any authorized Pioneer retailer (i.e. Crutchfield)

[QIKRNU]

Will do. Thanks for your input.